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Coronavirus: Orlando Pirates looking at trimming their squad - Mbele

Orlando Pirates administrator Floyd Mbele says they will have to trim their squad in an aim to change their financial model whilst saying there is no indication of salary cuts as yet.

The Buccaneers announced the first Premier Soccer League (PSL) coronavirus pandemic infection in the form of midfielder Ben Motshwari this week, with Mbele stating there will be a proper consultation before the deciding of cutting salaries of players and staff.

On the other hand, the Soweto giants have been linked with a number of players to beef up coach Josef Zinnbauer’s squad, but according to the top official, it seems they might have to release a few players.